Shishiksha 2026 -Internship Orientation Programme
DAY 1 – 28/09/2026 (Monday)
1)10:30 am – 11:00 am – Inauguration Function done by Dr.Sunil Kumar N, (Principal Ahalia Ayurveda Medical College, Palakkad), Dr.Preethi Jose (Medical Superintendent), Dr.Ayana V.M (Deputy Medical Superintendent)
2)11:00–11:15 AM – Class taken by Dr. Ayana V.M (Deputy Medical Superintendent) on topic Pre-test
• Baseline competency assessment
• Assessment of knowledge of core Ayurveda and basic clinical skills
• Identification of learning gaps-A question paper consisting of 15 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) was administered, covering basic principles of Ayurveda and their application in clinical practice. One minute was allotted for each question, giving the students a total of 15 minutes to complete the assessment. All students participated enthusiastically and completed the assessment within the allotted time. The assessment provided an initial understanding of the students’ level of knowledge and competency and will help in identifying areas requiring further teaching, training, and clinical guidance.
3) 11:15am- 12:00 pm- Class taken by by Dr.Sunil Kumar N, (Principal Ahalia Ayurveda Medical College, Palakkad), Dr.Preethi Jose (Medical Superintendent) on • General rules, regulations and leave policies, Code of conduct, Provisional registration procedure,OPD/IPD duties and responsibilities
4) 12:00–12:30 PM – Class taken by Dr.Yadhu Krishnan (Associate Professor & H.O.D),Department of Shalakya Tantra on the Topic –Shalakya Tantra. Detailed examination of the concerned, Prescription writing specific to Shalakya Etc. Discussed.
5) 12:30 pm – 1pm – Class taken by Dr.Durga. E (Professor & H.O.D), Department of Kayachikitsa On the Topic Kayachikitsa. The session focused on various clinical conditions encountered in Kayachikitsa, the dos and don’ts of medication, the importance of “Pathya”, and specific emergency conditionsrequiring timely referral of patients.The session provided the interns with valuable clinical insights and practical guidance,helping them develop a better understanding of patient care, appropriate therapeutic practices and the importance of timely referral in clinical settings.
6) 2:00-3:00 PM –Class taken by Dr.Jyothi Sajayan (Professor & H.O.D )Department of Agada Tantra on the topic Medical Ethics. Overall the session provided house surgeons with a foundational understanding of medical ethics and professional responsibilities, thereby preparing them to begin their clinical duties with greater awareness, accountability, and commitment to patient welfare.
7) 3:00-4:00 PM – Class taken by Dr.Krishnapriya (Assistant Professor Departmemt of Dravya Guna). on the topic Entrepreneurial Oppurtunities in AYUSH .The session created awareness among the house surgeons about emerging entrepreneurial opportunities in AYUSH and encouraged them to explore
innovative, self-employment andentrepreneurship-oriented career options.
DAY 2 – 29/09/2026 (Tuesday)
1)10:00-11:00AM- Class taken by Dr.Kavya Shree B.S (Assistant Professor,Dept of Kaumarabhritya), Dr.Mira Krishnan M (Associate Professor, Dept of Shalakya Tantra) Topic taken by both Ayushmaan Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). The orientation session introduced Interns to the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), India’s national initiative to create an interoperable, citizen-centric digital health ecosystem. The discussion covered ABDM’s vision, core building blocks (registries and gateways), key components such as ABHA, Health Facility Registry (HFR), Healthcare Professionals
Registry (HPR), and Personal Health Records (PHR), along with their relevance to clinical practice, documentation, and public health.
2) 11:00-12:00PM – Class taken by Dr. Sreekutty P.V (Assistant Professor, Department of Agada Tantra) on the topic Drugs and Magic Remedies Act Medical certificate writing Briefing on medico-legal aspects of objectionable advertisements. The session aimed to enhance the house surgeons’ understanding of legal and ethical esponsibilities and equip them with essential knowledge for safe and responsible clinical practice.
3) 12:00–1:00 PM –Class taken by Dr.Anoop Kumar C.A (Professor & H.O.D,Department of Panchakarma) on the topic Awareness and orientation on NABH standards updated for Ayurveda hospitals. The session provided students with an understanding of the importance of NABH standards and
their practical application in hospital settings. The students were oriented to the importance of **quality care, patient safety, proper documentation, infection control, professional conduct, and compliance with standard procedures**.
4) 3:00–4:00 PM – Class taken by Dr.Sumina.P (Senior Medical Officer) on the topic communication, leadership and Counselling. The session focused on the importance of effective communication, leadership skills, and basic counselling approaches in professional healthcare practice.
DAY 3 – 30/09/2026 (Wednesday)
1) 10:00–11:00 AM – Class taken by Dr.Sreenath P.S (Assistant Professor, Department of Shalya tantra) on the topic Capacity building and personality development. The session focused on professional development, effective communication, teamwork, leadership, time management, emotional intelligence, resilience, and patient-centred care. Interactive case discussions were included to help the house surgeons develop practical skills in clinical communication,
prioritisation, and professional conduct. The session concluded with emphasis on continuous learning, patient safety, professionalism, and personal growth.
2) 11:00–12:00 PM – Class taken by Dr.Sandeep Krishnan (Assistant Professor, Department of Swasthavritta) on the topic Swasthavritta. The session focused on the practical application of dietary counselling and Yoga in maintaining health and preventing lifestyle-related disorders. The importance of preparing
individualized diet charts according to different health conditions and the role of appropriate Yoga in promoting physical and mental well-being were discussed. The session also highlighted the principles of Aahara and Vihara Parikalpana, including Dinacharya, Sadvritta and seasonal routines, and their relevance in clinical practice. The participants were oriented towards integrating healthy dietary practices, lifestyle modification and Yoga into patient counselling and preventive healthcare.
3) 2:00–3:00 PM – Class taken by Dr.Thanooja Nayanar (Assistant Professor, Department of Prasuti tantra & Stree Roga ) on the topic National Examinations. The session provided the house surgeons with an overview of various national-level,examinations, including their eligibility criteria, examination patterns, preparation strategies, and career opportunities. The importance of systematic preparation, proper time management, and staying updated with examination notifications and guidelines was also discussed
4) 3:00-4:00 PM – Class taken by Dr.Vandana K .Vasudevan (Associate Professor & H.O.D),Department of Prasuti tantra & Stri roga ) on the topic Prasuti tantra & Stri roga. The session focused on familiarising the interns with their roles and responsibilities in the OPD, IPD, labour room, and minor OT/procedure areas of the department. The interns were oriented on patient assessment, clinical documentation, supervised procedures, infection control, patient privacy, communication, and professional conduct. Emphasis was given to recognising clinical red flags, timely escalation of emergencies, proper handover, and working collaboratively with the healthcare team. The session aimed to facilitate a smooth transition from academic learning to safe, supervised clinical practice during their internship.
DAY 4 – 03/10/2026 (Saturday)
1) 10:00–11:00 AM –Class taken by Dr. Preethimol T.P (Associate Professor, Department of Swasthavritta ) on the topic Roles and responsibilities in Yoga
2) 11:00–12:00 PM – Class taken by Dr.Ayana V.M (Deputy Medical Superintendent) on the topic MRD and documentation standards
3) 12:00–1:00 PM – Class taken by Dr.Ganga .N (Associate Professor & H.O.D, Department of Kaumarabhritya ) on the topic Kaumarabhritya.
The orientation was conducted as a part of SHISHIKSHA 2026 to orient the interns regarding the departmental functioning, maintenance of essential documents and registers, and to emphasize professional ethics, discipline and decorum to be followed during their internship postings in Kaumarabhritya.
4) 2:00–3:00 PM – Class taken by Dr. Ranesh A.K (Assistant Professor, Dept of Kayachikitsa) and Dr. Dr.Lekshmi P.S (Assistant Professor, Dept of Kayachikitsa) on the topic Atyayika Chikitsa (Emergency/Casualty Management) Scientific presentation skills. The session focused on developing the skills required to present scientific information in a clear, systematic, and effective manner.
DAY 5 – 05/10/2026 (Saturday)
1) 10:00–11:00 AM-Class taken by Dr.Preethimol T.P (Associate Professor, Department of Swasthavritta) on the topic Roles and responsibilities in Yoga.
2) 11:00–12:00 PM –Class taken by Dr.Anoop N.S (Professor and H.O.D. Department of Shareera Rachana) on the topic Know AYUSH Regulatory bodies. Briefed about the structure, it's office bearers, their hierarchy and functioning of AYUSH, NCISM and DAME
3) 12:00- 1:00 pm- Class taken by Dr.Saranya Syam (Assistant Professor, Department of Roganidana) on the topic Laboratory. he session focused on the importance of laboratory investigations in clinical practice and their role in supporting diagnosis, assessing disease severity, monitoring treatment response, and identifying complications. The common investigations encountered in routine clinical practice were discussed, along with their basic interpretation and clinical significance.
4)2:00 -3:00pm –Class taken by Dr.Teres Joshy (Associate Professor, Department of Panchakarama) on the topic Panchakarma. The session focused on the relevance and practical application of Panchakarma in clinical practice. The students were oriented regarding their responsibilities during Outpatient Department (OPD) and Inpatient Department (IPD) duties, with emphasis on systematic patient care and professional conduct.The class also addressed Panchakarma theatre ethics, including maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, patient safety, confidentiality, proper communication, professional behaviour, and adherence to ethical standards during therapeutic procedures. The session provided the interns with a practical understanding of the clinical relevance of Panchakarma and helped prepare them for their responsibilities during their internship posting.
5)3:00- 3:30pm – Class taken by Dr.Rakhy .M (Associate Professor, Department of Shalya Tantra) and Dr. Lakshmi N.Menon (Assistant Professor, Department of Kaumarabhritya) on the topic Orientation to E-Logbook, Sensitization on Mandatory online National Programme.The session aimed to ensure that the interns understood the importance, structures,procedures of E-logbook,enablingthem to maintain their records systematically and comply with the NCISM- Mandated internship requirements.
DAY 6 – 06/10/2026 (Saturday)
1) 9:00–9:30 AM – Class taken by Dr.Preethi Jose (Medical Superintendent) on MRD and documentation standards.
2)9:30- 10:00 AM –Class taken by Dr.Vidya G Mohan (Associate Professor & H.O.D,Department of Shalya tantra) on the topic Shalya tantra. The session was conducted to orient the students regarding their duties and responsibilities during their internship in the Department of Shalyatantra. The students were given a practical overview of the clinical activities and professional responsibilities expected from them during their internship. 3)10:00–10:30 AM – Class taken by Dr.Haripriya.H (Associate Professor and H.O.D,Department of Swasthavritta) on the topic Biomedical waste disposal,Hospital infection control and Patient safety goals. various aspects of Biomedical waste management; segregation, health hazards adisposal methods were elaborated. Key aspects of Hospital infection control and Patient safety goals were also covered in the session. Session was interactive and active.
4)10:30 -11:00 PM – Class taken by Dr.Arya. S.Varma (Professor & H.O.D,Department of Rasa sastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana on the topic Pharmacovigilence.
5)11:30 pm- 12:00pm – Post-test taken by Dr. Ayana.V.M (Deputy Medical Superintendent) 6)12:00- 1:00pm – Valedictory Function – Programme marked the successful completion of the one-week Internship Orientation Programme organised for the 2021 batch students. The function commenced with a welcome address by *Dr. H. V. Happy* , Class In-charge of the 2021 Batch, who also coordinated the programme. *Dr. Sunil Kumar N., (Principal), Dr. Preethi Jose, (Medical Superintendent), and Dr. Ayana V. M.(Deputy Medical Superintendent,) addressed the students and shared their valuable guidance and wishes for their upcoming internship. They highlighted the importance of applying the knowledge and skills gained during their academic training in clinical practice and maintaining professionalism and dedication throughout their internship.
As part of the valedictory function, certificates were distributed to all *49 students of the 2021 batch* .The certificates were distributed by the *Principal, Medical Superintendent, Deputy Medical Superintendent, and the faculty members* who had taken classes during the orientation programme. The
certificate distribution recognised the students’ active participation and completion of the orientation programme. The programme witnessed the active participation of the 2021 batch students and the faculty members who contributed to the successful conduct of the one-week orientation programme. The Valedictory Function brought the orientation programme to a meaningful conclusion and provided an opportunity to acknowledge the efforts of both the students and faculty members.
